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Article: Mariah Carey renounces "queen of Christmas" title (99,220) by Geronimo from USA We will credit Mariah Carey's act of venerating the Holy Virgin as penance for the sin of endorsing McDonald's. Go now in peace and sin no more. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 17:30)

Re: Smoke and mirrors (99,215) (99,219) by Nikki from usa I think you're doing a lot of projecting. Mariah's been touring like crazy for the past decade. With and without criticisms about the state of her voice. It didn't stop her. So, to say that's the reason she's not touring makes little sense. Anyone who's been a fan of Carey for any length of time knows what a germ phobe she is, which is far more likely the reason. She's also from New York which has one the strictest lockdowns as we speak. If you think she has a problem making money than you clearly didn't notice how much those Apple specials have been raking in worldwide. She will eventually have to tour again, because she's under contract with Live Nation. The only way out of that is if she buys out her contract. All live footage done by everybody is done multiple times with the best scenes chosen. That's how movies, music videos, and live clips have always been done. It's not a special conspiracy for Mariah, she's always done things this way since the beginning. You're also making the assumption that her views on her vocals are the same as yours. Mariah's fans are the only ones who expect her voice not to age. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 17:06)

Re: Interesting thought (99,214) (99,218) by Nikki from usa You are aware it's a male dominated business, right? Can you even name an artist who primarily works with females? (Sunday 19 December 2021; 16:45)

Re: Smoke and mirrors (99,215) (99,217) by T from USA Mariah has gained a ton of weight, she's once again not sleeping and then shows up on national tv insecure about her looks. This is crazy. She is so beautiful and could come back looking like a million dollars if she wants. Her voice is gone. She will use the covid tour excuse as her reason to not tour, and I for one agree with her on it. Preserve what little she has left and don't strain it. It was all the touring that did this to her in the first place. And the unhealthy lifestyle. Before every album era she says her voice is in great shape and like lambs being led to slaughter we buy it. She will keep playing this game with us, although my suspicion is that if it turns out to not be true than the fans will not be happy because there is nothing else to hang hope on except the vocal surgeon. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 16:01)

Re: Cancelled - Mixin With Mimi (99,213) (99,216) by Bobby A from United States You give your phone number when you sign up for the event. The link is on her Twitter account. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 14:43)

Smoke and mirrors (99,215) by TheWind from England I don't fully buy the message being sent out by Mariah that her voice has been restored over lockdown, as well as her reasoning for not wanting to tour again. I think that over lockdown she posted some well edited, and carefully doctored performances that were very well received by fans and the public. Her voice hasn't received that much praise in a long time. She now knows that the studio environment is the only place where her voice can shine like that in its current state, and I suspect her insecurities are getting the better of her. Hence, the focus on the Butterfly Lounge idea, where she highlights her songwriting process and can show her voice off in a setting that she is completely in control of. Whilst I think it is a great idea, I don't think it will bring in the money she needs to fulfil her lifestyle, so don't be surprised if she tours again in a year or two. The Butterfly Lounge would work best when accompanying an album that displays Mariah's maturer writing side, followed by a tour. On a slightly different note, I haven't been impressed with her output this Christmas. It seems a little lacklustre to me. Her appearance with James Corden was embarrassing for a star of her caliber. She was drunk, the weird hand movements covering her face shows she is at a place where she is being ruled by her insecurities. I do hope she starts to give less smurfs about what people think, and embraces how amazing she is. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 13:48)

Re: Interesting thought (99,211) (99,214) by Bill from the UK The same can be said for her songwriting partners. Women have only cropped up here and there but usually it's men that she collaborates with. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 12:53)

Re: Cancelled - Mixin With Mimi (99,210) (99,213) by Jamie from UK How do I get these texts? (Sunday 19 December 2021; 09:22)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,208) (99,212) by Lady B from USA Libra's post is one of the best in years. Spot on. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 08:09)

Interesting thought (99,211) by Bobby A from United States MC has never had a woman co-produce a song with her on one of her albums. She has always worked with men. I wonder why that is so. I would love to see her co-produce with Angela Winbush, Nova Wav, Linda Perry, and Victoria Monet. (Sunday 19 December 2021; 01:59)

Cancelled - Mixin With Mimi (99,210) by Bobby A from United States I just received a text, probably like many of you, that Mixin with Mimi has been cancelled. I didn't think that she was going to have other people in the lounge with her. I thought it was all virtual. Hopefully, it will happen in the spring. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 22:29)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,204) (99,209) by RibbonB from USA Well hallelujah people understand, because a while ago people were mad that she didn't "explain" in her memoir. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 17:59)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,204) (99,208) by Anonymous from USA At this point in her career, Mariah owes no one anything, not even another studio album. She continues to make music because that's what makes her and some of us happy. I don't care about the voice, I don't care about the splashes or anything in regards to her personal life. She's a human being just like the rest of us and she's entitled to make her own choices and even her own mistakes. I'd say, if anyone can't accept that, it's time to move on. There's plenty of other "acts" out there that can use one more "fan" to tear them down. I hear that Adele chick is pretty good. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 16:54)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,204) (99,207) by Bobby A from United States So true. Maybe next year is not the right time for MC to release MC16. She has worked hard for 30 years. I am here to support her for whatever she releases for the Butterfly Lounge, Butterfly's 25th anniversary, and MC30. Who knows we may even get a soundtrack for TMOMC series with a few new songs. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 15:20)

Release the color version of music video (99,206) by Rashidi Rahim Rick from Malaysia Mariah and her team needs to release the color version of the alternative 60's music video of All I Want For Christmas Is You. I just seen the interview of Mariah on the set of that music video on Ukmix and Mariah looks so radiant and beautiful with the red short dress and the bangs. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 14:48)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,204) (99,205) by Jamie from UK Yeah it must be pretty strange to have it taken away from you. She must hate it. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 11:20)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,203) (99,204) by Shezz from Pk Exactly. It is what it is. We know it. She knows it. Let her do what makes her happy and not tear her down everyday or demand that she humiliate herself on a national tv tell all. I admire her hustle and resilience and drive to still make music with whatever else she chooses to do along with it - double beef patties, sesame buns and all. (Saturday 18 December 2021; 05:49)

Mariah's voice (99,203) by Randy from USA I loved her voice during Daydream. The elasticity of moving in and out that falsetto. And she still had her higher full voice register. Yes it was thin but it gave me life. I was the hardest on MC before she couldn't fool even her "real fans" any longer. But one day Special K said to me, in the middle of my attacks, what would you have her do? I said tell the truth. Say something happened with my voice in a tearful interview with Barbara Walters. But stop lip syncing the high full voice notes during live performances when you sound awful during the verses. I have reconsidered that over the years. Could you imagine how hard it is to be her? And in this age of keyboard gangstas whose sole purpose is to make you feel as low as them. The narrative among many non-fans is she lost her voice. Why confirm it and have nobody come see her or buy her albums? I kinda get the smoke and mirrors now. And since we've lost Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Prince, do I really wanna press on Mariah Carey already knowing she likes food and splashes. She's making it the best way she knows how. And for that she is to be celebrated. (Friday 17 December 2021; 23:12)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,199) (99,202) by Sasha from Nomansland Of course these are only shorcuts. Her life and struggles are far more complex than our understanding. Anyway I'll always admire her faith in life and her resilience. (Friday 17 December 2021; 22:35)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,200) (99,201) by Sasha from Nomansland I'm actually sad for her, she deserves so much more. "Looking in" tells it all. (Friday 17 December 2021; 21:59)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,198) (99,200) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes to think about it, also makes sense. Very sad. I think that's one reason why she loves Marilyn Monroe so much. There are paralles with them. And no money and fame can heal a broken or "wounded" heart/soul. I really hope she finds true happiness and will never be exploited again. (Friday 17 December 2021; 17:30)

Re: Mariah's voice (99,198) (99,199) by Jamie from UK Yes if you put it like that it's easy to say why does she do this and why does she do that? But really she's only human and subject to the vices that help her cope with life. Yes she lives a very privileged life but unfortunately mental health holds no barriers. And I think living in the world of stardom opens up even more issues. But she must thank her lucky stars everyday she got famous as I can't imagine her looking like Alison now haha. (Friday 17 December 2021; 15:00)

Mariah's voice (99,198) by Sasha from Nomansland For me, Mariah is a woman who is deeply sad and shattered by a personal life that has always been chaotic. Her current voice is the result. The only thing she has always wanted is a stable personal life. Someone who loves her for what she is. Someone she can rely on. She thought she would get it by being with Tommy but it turned into a nightmare. Then the failure of her marriage to Nick was devastating and she has never recovered since. If she was truly happy in her life, she would have made other choices for herself and her health. Her voice wouldn't certainly be what it is today. But that's just my opinion. (Friday 17 December 2021; 09:44)

Article: Hummable hits suitable for all ages (99,197) by Ann Estewar from US I went to this! I [was] 14 at the time and my friend won tickets on the radio and she brought me along. (Friday 17 December 2021; 03:28)

Lucky (99,196) by Jamie from UK Currently driving through Long Island listening to early Mariah. (Friday 17 December 2021; 00:07)

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